Wine Expert, Retail Associate
Company: FreshDirect
Location: Brooklyn
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement FreshDirect, in compliance with
New York City law, is requiring that all employees working in any
of our New York City locations be fully vaccinated against
COVID-19, unless they are approved for medical or religious
accommodation. As a part of this process, you will be required to
provide supporting documentation about the reason you cannot be
vaccinated. If your request for accommodation is not approved, then
your employment will be terminated.As of February 9th, you are
required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to your first
day of employment and to provide proof of your vaccination status
no later than the first day of your employment. Failure to provide
timely proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status will result in you
being placed on an unpaid leave of absence and potential
termination of employment from FreshDirect. Overview: Fresh Direct
Wines and Spirits is looking for a full-time Retail Associate for
our boutique South Park Slope store. Retail Associates help walk-in
customers select wines & spirits and provide good, friendly
customer service to our loyal local base as well as new customers.
Retail experience is preferred; good knowledge of wine and spirits
is essential.We re a hands-on store where everyone works together
to ensure a stellar customer experience. We maintain an
unpretentious, relaxed atmosphere and we focus on great customer
service. Shifts needed are 5 days a week, ability to work weekends
and nights is a necessity. There is growth potential and exciting
opportunities for the right candidate in the new year.
Responsibilities: Assists walk-in customers with recommendations
and pairings, focusing on developing repeat customers General store
management - opening/closing, checking in deliveries, cash drops,
etc. Assists with daily in-store tastings (when they return).
Engaging with customers on new and featured wines & spirits
Restocking and maintenance of shelves Maintenance of the basement,
including organization Accepting shipments of merchandise once or
twice a week. This involves lifting, carrying, and stacking cases
of alcoholic beverages up and down a flight of stairs. Basic
maintenance of the store, including sweeping, mopping, dusting,
cleaning of kitchen, bathroom, etc. Assists with social media
promotions and postings Qualifications: An appreciation of wines
and spirits of all price levels Good wine and spirits knowledge
Previous wine and spirits retail or sales experience Excellent
customer service, and strong verbal and written communication
skills Punctual and detail-oriented WSET Certification or
equivalent a plus Knowledge of MS Word/Excel/Shopkeep a plus Able
to lift 40 lbs. Able to work weekends and nights consistently About
FreshDirect Wine Store: FreshDirect Wines and Spirits is a boutique
store serving the Park Slope area since 2014. Our staff prides
themselves on finding the right bottle for you at any price point.
Our ever-expanding selection is filled with crowd pleasers for
every palate, wines you won t find anywhere else, organic and
biodynamic offerings, and hard-to-find spirits. Who is FreshDirect:
FreshDirect is the northeast's leading online fresh food grocer,
delivering directly to customers throughout seven states, including
the New York City, Philadelphia, and District of Columbia
metropolitan areas. FreshDirect is committed to sourcing the
freshest and best-tasting meat, fish, produce, and specialty items
through direct relationships with suppliers, growers, and farmers.
FreshDirect is proud to have joined the multi-national grocery and
technology organization, Ahold Delhaize, at the beginning of 2021.
This acquisition will fuel FreshDirect s growth as a leading
eCommerce grocer in the United States.From the beginning,
FreshDirect has set out to provide something different. We are a
community partner with a mission to deliver the highest quality and
service that customers can find. This is an environment in which
associates can innovate, grow and have successful careers-most of
our leaders have come up through our ranks. And thanks to our team
s extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the
e-commerce and grocery industries. Why choose FreshDirect? We're a
company that thrives on teamwork. Our evolution is driven by our
passionate employees and investment in perfecting the technology
that lets us deliver the highest-quality food. Our state-of-the-art
facility creates an environment for innovation. We support our
employees with on-the-job training for plant employees and drivers,
team-building activities, workplace recognition opportunities, and
by encouraging direct relationships with our suppliers in the
field.Great people deserve great perks. We offer comprehensive
benefits, plus many workplace extras, including: A flexible and
generous paid time off plan 20% off at and significant markdowns at
our employee market 24-hour access to the FreshDirect shuttle
between our Bronx headquarters and the subway Regular events and
barbecues for employeesClick to explore careers and Learn on
Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube!Disclaimer: The above
statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this
position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in
this position. Position Descriptions may be subject to change as
the needs of the organization change.As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, FreshDirect does not discriminate against
applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship
status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, sexual orientation,
age religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic
violence victim status, familial status, or on any other basis
prohibited by law. Furthermore, FreshDirect will not discriminate
against any applicant or employee because they are disabled, a
disabled veteran, or a veteran of the Vietnam era, provided they
are qualified and meets the requirements established by FreshDirect
for the job.Job Type: Full-timePay: $20.00 - $24.00 per
hourBenefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time
off Vision insuranceSchedule: 10 hour shift 4x10 8 hour
shiftAbility to commute/relocate: Brooklyn, NY 11215: Reliably
commute or planning to relocate before starting work
(Required)Experience: Wine Expert: 2 years (Required) Bartending or
Sommelier: 1 year (Required)Shift availability: Day Shift
(Required) Night Shift (Required)Work Location: One location
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